Roadway Preservation Technician

EA3 Engineering Aid 3

Regular/full-time

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Preservation and Support Services, Transportation Operations

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45240

Salary(s): EA3 $56,849.00 - $69,266.00 per year

Closing Date: May 17, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

The Roadway Preservation Technician (RPT) performs responsible technical and engineering related work exercising independence of action while adhering to department standards, specifications, policies and procedures and reports to the Preservation Resource Manager. The RPT may make decisions regarding own priorities and work schedules and may have Lead Hand responsibility for department staff on a project site. The RPT will perform one or more of the following individual functions: High Performance Chip Seal Technician, Micro Surfacing Technician, Pavement Marking Technician, Rout & Seal Technician, Asphalt Mixing Technician, or Project Coordinator.

Duties:

The Roadway Preservation Technician ensures quality in roadway construction by monitoring materials and construction methods and enforcing specifications for the program operations by:

• Acts as primary onsite department representative on construction work and private contracts.
• Inspects materials to be used for roadway construction and accepts/rejects product(s) based on department standards, specifications and guidelines.
• Collaborates with and monitors contractor’s operation on a daily basis to ensure contract specifications (including traffic control, assessment of working days), contract design quantities, and budget parameters are met.

The Roadway Preservation Technician may also take on the role as Project Coordinator by monitoring, coordinating, or supervising emergency response projects (i.e., flood, fire events), and ensuring quality of roadway or off-road construction methods are me.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Graduate of Civil Engineering Technology Program or completion of Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure Level 2 Training or a significant combination of related experience within a roadway construction and maintenance environment.

• Extensive knowledge of roadway or preservation construction inspection and quality assurance.

• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and courteously with other employees, the general public, contractors, provincial departments, agencies and stakeholders.

• Written Communication Skills.

• Knowledge in the areas of occupational, safety, health and risk management including policies and procedures.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment including experience working with outside agencies such as contractors, consultants and vendors is required.

• Technical knowledge specific to highway preservation treatments.

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).

• Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Communication skills to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts.

Desired:

• Experience operating equipment requiring class 3 with airbrakes.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must possess and maintain a valid class 5 driver's licence without restrictions

• Must be able work in all weather environments including extreme temperatures in both winter and summer, and around job site hazards including construction equipment, rough terrain, roadway traffic, loud noises, dust, insects, vegetation and with chemicals and fumes

• Must be able to travel to work sites within the province by ground, waterways and air, which may include extended working hours or require overnight stays

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Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security- - Attractive salaries

• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan- - Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision

• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness- - Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development**¿**

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 45240

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

Phone: 204-945-7518

Fax: 204-945-0601

Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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